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Should seats be added to the U.S. Supreme Court?

Asked by ABC 17 News

269 Votes

Should seats be added to the U.S. Supreme Court?

25%

Yes Yes

75%

No No

25%

Yes

Some Democrats are saying they want to expand the Supreme Court and President Joe Biden has appointed a commission to study restructuring the court.

Some Democrats are saying they want to expand the Supreme Court and President Joe Biden has appointed a commission to study restructuring the court. Show Less

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75%

No

Many prominent Republicans including Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) are strongly opposed to the plan. Graham and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) held a news conference about their opposit... Show More

Many prominent Republicans including Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) are strongly opposed to the plan. Graham and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) held a news conference about their opposition. Show Less

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Max

Nine is an ideal amount, more would only degrade the efficiency of the Court.

Adam Schrader

Randel Hearne

The democrats are using their majority rule to change the way we govern our country in a way that insures they will never be out of power again, This could result in an eventual revolution.

David Dean

This is a lame attempt by the leftists to secure one-party rule and a dictatorial government because their agenda cannot succeed on merit.

Larry Ewart

9 justices is plenty. We do not need a tribunal

Should religious organizations be exempt from coronavirus restrictions?

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129 Votes

Should religious organizations be exempt from coronavirus restrictions?

50%

Yes. It's a First Amendment right. Yes. It's a First Amendment right.

50%

No. The rules apply to everyone. No. The rules apply to everyone.

50%

Yes. It's a First Amendment right.

The U.S. Supreme Court sided with religious groups this week in a lawsuit challenging New York state's restrictions on religious gatherings. New justice Amy Coney Barrett sided ... Show More

The U.S. Supreme Court sided with religious groups this week in a lawsuit challenging New York state's restrictions on religious gatherings. New justice Amy Coney Barrett sided with the majority. Show Less

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50%

No. The rules apply to everyone.

Supporters of restrictions on religious gatherings note that the same standards apply to houses of worship as businesses. Many note that singing and other activities in churches... Show More

Supporters of restrictions on religious gatherings note that the same standards apply to houses of worship as businesses. Many note that singing and other activities in churches also increase the risk of spreading the virus. Show Less

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